Cross-bow

Title

Cross-bow

HCA Identifier

Af1970,09.2

Collection Location

The British Museum

Date

Acquisition date: 1970

Location

Sub-Saharan Africa, Gabon, Ekata

Description

This crossbow is made of wood and reed, with palm leaf rib used for the string and bindings. It features a wooden prod and stock. The prod is attached through a rectangular hole near the middle of the stock. A stick-like wooden piece is affixed on top of the stock before the prod and extends lengthwise. A single axle lock mechanism is visible on top of the stock and a wooden trigger is mounted beneath the stock.
Materials/Media Wood, reed, palm leaf
Dimensions/Measurements Height: Height: 5.40 centimetres
Width: Width: 45 centimetres
Depth: Depth: 92.30 centimetres
Other notes Purchased from: James H Barr

Source

https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/object/E_Af1970-09-2
The British Museum